Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
chinghungensis
ID:
725850

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Y.Tsiang & P.T.Li) M.G.Gilbert, P.T.Li & W.D.Stevens

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 9 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725183

Common Names

  • Hoya Plant
  • Chinghungensis Wax Plant
  • Porcelain Flower

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Description

Hoya chinghungensis (also called Wax Plant, Porcelain Flower, Waxvine, Hindu Rope, and Waxflower, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen vine in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical forests, scrub, and grasslands. It has thick, waxy leaves and produces clusters of small, fragrant, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hoya chinghungensis is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It can be used to add greenery to any room and can also be used as a hanging plant. It is also known to be a great air purifier, removing toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoya chinghungensis has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoya chinghungensis is a climbing or trailing evergreen shrub. It is propagated by stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, semi-shaded position.

Where to Find Hoya chinghungensis

Hoya chinghungensis is native to Taiwan.

Hoya chinghungensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoya chinghungensis?

Hoya chinghungensis

What is the common name of Hoya chinghungensis?

Hoya Vine

What type of environment does Hoya chinghungensis prefer?

Hoya chinghungensis prefers bright, indirect light and warm, humid environments.

Species in the Hoya genus

Hoya linavergarae, Hoya lucyae, Hoya stoneana, Hoya vanuatuensis, Hoya balaensis, Hoya loyceandrewsiana, Hoya querinoensis, Hoya ramosii, Hoya acicularis, Hoya aeschynanthoides, Hoya affinis, Hoya alagensis, Hoya albiflora, Hoya aldrichii, Hoya amboinensis, Hoya andalensis, Hoya anulata, Hoya apoda, Hoya archboldiana, Hoya arnottiana, Hoya attenuata, Hoya australis, Hoya bandaensis, Hoya benguetensis, Hoya betchei, Hoya bhutanica, Hoya bicknellii, Hoya bicolor, Hoya bilobata, Hoya blashernaezii, Hoya bonii, Hoya bordenii, Hoya brevialata, Hoya brittonii, Hoya brooksii, Hoya buotii, Hoya burmanica, Hoya burtoniae, Hoya buruensis, Hoya callistophylla, Hoya calycina, Hoya campanulata, Hoya camphorifolia, Hoya cardiophylla, Hoya carnosa, Hoya caudata, Hoya cembra, Hoya chinghungensis, Hoya chlorantha, Hoya chloroleuca,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2854110: Based on the initial data import
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.
Warren Douglas Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Stevens' in the authors string.